Dr. John Clapp

Professor

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Biography

John D. Clapp is a professor at the University of Southern California Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, recognized internationally for his research and translational work in the field of alcohol problem prevention. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Health Behavior and currently studying system dynamics related to drinking behaviors. Clapp has a robust educational background with a PhD from Ohio State University, an MSW from San Diego State University, and a BA obtained in 1987. His area of expertise encompasses Alcohol Addiction, Social Science Methodology, Public Health, Social Work, Substance Abuse Research Management, Alcohol and Drug Epidemiology, and Prevention Systems Science. He has served as an advisor to the U.S. Center for Substance Abuse Prevention and has been actively involved in various academic and research institutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Professor at USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work specializing in alcohol problem prevention.

Awards

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Research Laureate

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.